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KIM JONES

ad15xm@r.postjobfree.com 601-***-**** Hattiesburg, MS 39401

Thorough Bookkeeper with 28 years of experience working reports. Polished in bank reconciliation, financial statement preparation and billing dispute resolution. Careful, fast-learning worker dedicated to accuracy. Resourceful, meticulous accounting professional with experience in strategic problem-solving solving, customer relationship management and financial reconciliations. Team player with strong technical proficiency and commitment to accuracy in financial data entry and recordkeeping. Accounting

A/P and A/R

Vendor Management

Statutory Reporting

Payroll Administration

General Ledger Maintenance

Invoice Processing

Customer Relations

Financial Management

Finance

Payroll Liability and Deductions

Spreadsheet Tracking

Contacted Brokers to obtain truck loads to various locations.

Worked well with drivers to ensure they had continuous loads for the week.

Submitted all necessary paperwork to company's.

Johnston Transport LLC Hattiesburg, MS

Bookkeeper /Transportation Dispatcher

05/2021 - Current

Accessed financial information to answer questions and gather details about specific accounts.

Classified and summarized financial data to compile and enter in financial records

Entered deposits, credit card charges and sales entries to facilitate cash management.

Assisted with the preparation of budgets and forecasts. Monitored loans and accounts payable to confirm payments are current. Performed account analysis as required by management. Prepared accurate financial reports each month by collecting, analyzing and summarizing account information.

Prepared bank reconciliations, managed field audits and reviewed accounting records for accuracy.

Responded to inquiries from IRS, state and other tax authorities to minimize additional interest and penalty charges.

Handled bi-weekly payroll services for 12 employees. Assessed customer creditworthiness by reviewing financial statements, trade references.

Calculated and produced checks for utilities, taxes and other operational payments.

Completed and submitted tax forms and returns, workers' comp forms and pension contribution documentation.

Summary

Skills

Experience

Performed basic accounting, payroll and bookkeeping services to manage business operations.

Performed month-end closing activities.

Helped businesses keep finances in order by managing accounting ledgers and recording journal entries.

Prepared bank deposits by verifying and balancing receipts and sending cash and checks to banks.

Switzer Woodworks Purvis, MS

Office Manager

03/2003 - 07/2017

Used judgment and initiative in handling confidential matters and requests Oversaw receiving and organizing correspondence, answering and forwarding calls and creating business letters and records. Interpreted and communicated work procedures and company policies to staff.

Maintained impeccable office organization to support efficiency, professionalism and performance objectives.

Administered payroll and maintained proper documentation of employee personnel.

Managed office budget to handle inventory, postage and vendor services. Reviewed files and records to obtain information and respond to requests. Monitored payments due from clients and promptly contacted clients with past due payments.

Managed office inventory and placed new supply orders. Resolved customer inquiries in a timely manner while maintaining positive relationships with clients.

Assisted with the preparation of budgets, forecasts and financial statements.

Processed payroll accurately ensuring all employees were paid on time. Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.

Performed general bookkeeping duties such as reconciling bank statements and creating journal entries.

Tracked invoices and payments to ensure accuracy of accounts receivable and payable information.

Completed thorough opening, closing and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.

Coded and entered daily invoices with in-house accounting software. Managed front desk operations including greeting visitors, answering questions or directing them to appropriate personnel. Maintained filing system for records, correspondence and other documents.

Ordered supplies and equipment to maintain adequate inventory levels. Answered phone calls, responded to emails, routed mail and coordinated courier services.

Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently. Understood and followed oral and written directions. Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.

Mac's Mini Mart Purvis, MS

Manager

07/1988 - 05/1998

Exercised good judgment and decision-making in escalating concerns and resolving issues.

Resolved conflicts between employees by providing guidance on company policies and procedures.

Maintained up-to-date records of employee attendance, payroll information, vacation requests.

Developed and implemented strategies to increase customer satisfaction and loyalty.

Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.

Assigned work and monitored performance of project personnel. Communicated company directives and programs to associates and ensured all follow-up items were completed accurately and timely. Recruited and hired qualified candidates to fill open positions. Interviewed prospective employees and provided input to HR on hiring decisions.

Analyzed customer feedback data to develop action plans for improving services offered.

Provided leadership during times of organizational change or crisis situations.

Monitored staff performance and addressed issues.

Coached, mentored and trained team members in order to improve their job performance.

Established processes to ensure efficient workflow throughout the organization.

Recruited and trained new employees to meet job requirements. Enforced customer service standards and resolved customer problems to uphold quality service.

Evaluated individual and team business performance and identified opportunities for improvement.

Analyzed business performance data and forecasted business results for upper management.

Held regular one-on-one meetings with employees to review performance and priorities and provide feedback.

Reviewed employee performance and provided ongoing feedback and coaching to drive performance improvement.

Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, industry standards.

Entered time and attendance logs in preparation for payroll. Led team meetings and one-on-one coaching sessions to continuously improve performance.

Maintained adequate staffing to meet objectives within budget. Managed vendor relationships by negotiating contracts and ensuring timely delivery of goods and services.

Completed thorough opening, closing and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.

West Monroe High School West Monroe, LA

High School Diploma

05/1979

Education and Training

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